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Hello, I'm Karen
My journey with Reiki began in 2011 following the birth of my daughter and the ending of a relationship. Until this point, my life had involved a series of ups and downs, difficult early years with domestic violence, and repeating patterns of toxic relating in the mix.
Alongside talking therapy, Reiki provided the comfort and support I needed to come to terms with everything that had happened.
Having gained my doctorate in Cultural Studies and following a successful career in academia, I felt that there was more that I could do to help.
It is my firm belief that greater emphasis needs to be placed on healing across a range of areas of life. Healing is not just an individual responsibility; it is social, relating to institutions and structures in which we live. Healing is something for which we are all responsible.
For this reason, I continue to work in the area of media and communication research and development. I do this through my own research organization, Healing Media, and through other avenues of academic life, including doctoral-level supervision.
I love supporting people to communicate their authentic selves and grow their confidence, particularly when this involves creating positive social transformation and change.
I am also passionate about exploring the intersections of the healing arts and sciences. I am dedicated to life-long learning and am currently completing a degree in cognitive neuroscience.
My focus with Reiki Rise is on bringing forward the qualities of inner strength and courage, which I believe we can all possess. My hope is to support the growth of a world in which people can feel truly free and gain a greater sense of power and purpose.